# CEA Grenoble

> historic heritage in Grenoble

**Wikidata**: [Q2931224](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q2931224)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/cea-grenoble

## Summary
CEA Grenoble is a research institute and historic heritage site located in Grenoble, France. Founded by Louis Néel and officially opened in 1956, it operates as a center for the Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission. The facility focuses on technological research and houses specialized laboratories such as the Laboratory of Microelectronics Technologies.

## Key Facts
*   **Official Opening:** 1956
*   **Inception:** 2007 (current structure)
*   **Location:** Presqu’île scientifique, 38000 Grenoble, France
*   **Coordinates:** 45.201045, 5.70154
*   **Founded By:** Louis Néel
*   **Parent Organization:** Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission
*   **Instance of:** Research institute, Research center
*   **Subsidiary:** Laboratoire des Technologies de la Microélectronique
*   **Also Known As:** Centre d'études nucléaires de Grenoble (former CENG)

## FAQs
### Q: When was CEA Grenoble officially established?
A: The facility officially opened in 1956, though its current organizational inception is listed as 2007. It was founded by Louis Néel.

### Q: What is the primary function of CEA Grenoble?
A: It is classified as a research institute and research center. It serves as a hub for scientific study and technological development within the Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission.

### Q: Where is CEA Grenoble located?
A: The center is located on the Presqu’île scientifique in Grenoble, France, at coordinates 45.201045 latitude and 5.70154 longitude.

## Why It Matters
CEA Grenoble serves as a critical component of France's scientific infrastructure, representing a historic legacy of research and innovation in the Grenoble region. Established during the mid-20th century expansion of atomic and energy research, it acts as a key node in the European scientific landscape. By housing specialized facilities like the Laboratoire des Technologies de la Microélectronique, the institute contributes to advancements in microelectronics and energy technologies. Its association with the Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission places it at the forefront of national efforts in energy transition and digital technology. Furthermore, its recognition as historic heritage underscores its cultural and architectural importance to the city of Grenoble.

## Notable For
*   **Historic Heritage:** Recognized as a site of historic heritage within Grenoble.
*   **Strategic Location:** Situated on the "Presqu’île scientifique" (Scientific Peninsula), a major innovation district.
*   **Leadership:** Founded by Louis Néel, a prominent figure in scientific history.
*   **Research Affiliation:** Affiliated with researchers such as Selva Chandrasekaran Selvaraj and Manan Suri.
*   **Specialized Facilities:** Hosts the Laboratoire des Technologies de la Microélectronique.

## Body

### Identity and Classification
CEA Grenoble is designated as a research institute and a research center. It operates under the parent organization, the Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission. The entity is historically referred to as the Centre d'études nucléaires de Grenoble (CENG).

### Location and Facilities
The institute is situated in Grenoble, France, specifically at the street address "Presqu’île scientifique 38000 Grenoble." Its geographic coordinates are 45.201045 latitude and 5.70154 longitude.

### History
The facility was founded by Louis Néel. While the date of its official opening was 1956, records indicate an inception date of 2007 for the current entity structure.

### Organizational Structure
CEA Grenoble includes the **Laboratoire des Technologies de la Microélectronique** as a subsidiary. It is affiliated with notable researchers, including **Selva Chandrasekaran Selvaraj** (an Indian researcher born in 1986) and **Manan Suri** (a researcher and electrical engineer born in 1987).

### Identifiers and Profiles
The entity maintains various global identifiers:
*   **ROR ID:** 02mg6n827
*   **GRID ID:** grid.457348.9
*   **ISNI:** 0000000119597378
*   **VIAF ID:** 169025942
*   **Website:** http://portail.cea.fr/Pages/le-cea/les-centres-cea/grenoble.aspx

## References

1. [Grenoble-Alpes Métropole](https://data.metropolegrenoble.fr/ckan/dataset/le-patrimoine-grenoblois)
2. CiNii Research
3. [Source](https://lingualibre.fr/wiki/Q191648)
4. ROR release v1.19
5. Virtual International Authority File